1967 MG Midget vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 599 kg more than 1967 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG Midget | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | Midget | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
